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Level 4 Business Accounting Course in Birmingham – Kaplan Birmingham – Day or block release

CostEmployer funded
Duration5 days
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDay or block release
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

Funded through an apprenticeship or your employer. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact Kaplan Talent Partners for more info.

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About this course

CIMA BA2 Business Accounting Practice Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Kaplan Birmingham, part-time over 6 days on a day or block release basis. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship. Fees may apply for other learners. You'll work through a structured study schedule with tutor support, preparing for the CIMA BA2 Objective Test. Printed and digital OCR study materials are included. The course covers the knowledge and skills tested in the BA2 exam, supporting a career in accounting and finance.

Who this course is for

Kaplan's CIMA BA2 course aims to support you in passing your exam and help you to gain the skills you need for a successful career in accountancy. You'll work through a structured study schedule targeted towards an Objective Test (OT). Your tutor will support and guide you through the course and answer any questions you may have.

Included in our courses are printed copies of our Official CIMA material along with soft copies which can be found on your personalised, online learning portal, MyKaplan (www.mykaplan.co.uk). Also on MyKaplan you will get a range of online resources such as: Subject Overview, Resource Guide, Study Programme, Tutor-led Units, Knowledge Check Tests,Mock Exams and Test Yourself facility.

Our Pass Guarantee means that Kaplan will support you until you pass your exam (T&Cs apply - see website for details).

The BA2 syllabus is split into 4 general areas:

The context of management accounting (10%) Costing (25%) Planning and control (30%) Decision making (35%)

Entry requirements

No entry requirements, although you will need a good understanding of Maths and English.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of management accounting techniques used in business decisions.
  • You'll study cost accounting, including absorption and marginal costing methods.
  • You'll explore budgeting processes and variance analysis.
  • You'll examine financial performance measurement and reporting.
  • You'll build understanding of business finance and working capital management.
  • You'll prepare for the CIMA BA2 Objective Test using structured exam-focused material.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Kaplan Birmingham on a day or block release schedule. Your tutor guides you through the course content and answers questions as you progress. You'll use printed copies of official CIMA study material alongside digital resources on the MyKaplan online learning portal. Assessment is by a CIMA Objective Test (OT) taken at the end of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Birmingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, supporting day-to-day financial transactions
  • Management accountant, analysing costs and budgets for businesses
  • Finance analyst, reporting on business performance and forecasts
  • Payroll administrator, managing employee pay and deductions
  • Cost accountant, tracking and controlling business expenditure
  • Financial controller, overseeing accounting operations in an organisation

What you could study next

  • CIMA BA3 (Management Accounting) - the next paper in the CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting, building on BA2 content.
  • CIMA Operational Level - once you complete the Certificate in Business Accounting, you can progress to CIMA's Professional Qualification at Operational Level.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting - an alternative professional accounting route recognised by employers across the UK.
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